growth at constant exchange rates : + 0.7 %
Third-quarter figures were affected by the net negative impact of changes in scope of consolidation (deconsolidation of Gelagri's distributor-brand operations, transfer of canned-apple operations, and consolidation of Omstead Food and Family Tradition operations), and high bases of comparison in certain markets and for certain processing technologies. Conversely, the re-evaluation of certain currencies—mainly the Russian rouble and the Canadian dollar—had a favourable impact on third-quarter results.
9-month sales stable (July 1, 2009 - March 31, 2010) at 1,127.8 million Euros (-0.1%)